Grafton’s Art in the Park

Published 11:06 pm, Wednesday, August 17, 2016

GRAFTON — More artists, more activities and more fun is expected this year at Grafton’s 10th Annual Art in the Park on Saturday, and Sunday, September 10, 11.

The free event showcases regional artists combined with live music, food vendors, art activities and demonstrations throughout the weekend.

Saturday hours will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., at Grove Memorial Park, at the corner of Main and Market streets (Route 3). More than 30 artists will have their creations on display in mediums including handmade art, fine art, paintings, photography, glass, jewelry, pottery, steampunk and much more.

Art demonstrations will be presented throughout the weekend on bead making, basket weaving, and pottery. Activities for children will be available throughout the weekend, provided by the Grafton United Methodist Church.

Prize winning art work by Grafton Elementary School students in grades K-4 representing “It Happened at Schafer’s Wharf” will be on display. A People’s Choice award will be voted on by attendees during the art fair.

All proceeds will go to support art services at Grafton Elementary School. Art contest is sponsored by Burton Art Services, Alton.